Rockaway Beach

Carolyn Cole / Los Angeles Times

Tony Reyes, 44, was displaced by Hurricane Sandy. On his days off work, he visits the area where he once went to the beach. He says it has been improved since the storm. The buildings behind him are restrooms, a lifeguard station and first aid station.

Tony Reyes, 44, was displaced by Hurricane Sandy. On his days off work, he visits the area where he once went to the beach. He says it has been improved since the storm. The buildings behind him are restrooms, a lifeguard station and first aid station. (Carolyn Cole / Los Angeles Times)

Tony Reyes, 44, was displaced by Hurricane Sandy. On his days off work, he visits the area where he once went to the beach. He says it has been improved since the storm. The buildings behind him are restrooms, a lifeguard station and first aid station.